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25.01.2022 Snow on the ground and snowing heavily. Between Waratah and Fingerpost @ 640 m. 0 deg C.
24.01.2022 Good news! The 93-year-old gentleman we posted a concern for welfare about earlier has been located safe and well. Thank you for sharing!
23.01.2022 Tasmania Police is urging all road users to take road safety seriously as they travel across the state these school holidays. We know our roads are going to be ...busy as people make the most of the school term break and set off to holiday at home over the next two weeks. While high-risk behaviours like speeding and drink or drug driving are extremely dangerous and selfish, on longer road trips, simple things like being distracted and fatigued can also have devastating results. In the interest of public safety, police will be continuing to enforce our road rules in both high- visibility and unmarked patrols across Tasmania throughout the school holidays. Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we need Tasmanians to take it seriously.
22.01.2022 If you're in the Zeehan area, please be aware that if weather conditions allow, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a fuel reduction burn fr...om tomorrow (Friday 18 September). This is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities. The burn area is approximately 150 hectares and will take 1-2 days to complete. Smoke may be present in the area for a couple of days after the burn is complete. The public is asked to remain well out of the burn site while the burn is taking place and for the following days until safety checks have been made along tracks and trails. Please comply with directions from staff or any signs if you are in the area. While the fire intensity will be low, it will generate flames, smoke and ash. People with medical conditions are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke from the burn. Advice is available from the Department of Health and Asthma Australia websites: www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/publichealth/air/precautions https://asthma.org.au/about-asthma/triggers/bushfire-smoke. For air quality information visit: https://epa.tas.gov.au//real-time-air-quality-data-for-tas Further information about this burn is available by contacting the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service on (03) 6464 3008. A map of planned burns is available here: www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow
21.01.2022 Do you understand what bushfire fire danger ratings mean? The Bureau and emergency services use six fire danger ratings to communicate the level of bushfire ri...sk. These ratings help the community know when to put their bushfire survival plan into action. These ratings are: LowModerate, High, Very High, Severe, Extreme and Catastrophic (or Code Red in Victoria). The higher the rating, the more dangerous the conditions are likely to be, and at higher ratings any fire that starts will likely be fast-moving and difficult to control. The Bureau issues fire weather warnings when forecast weather conditions are likely to be dangerous. We work closely with emergency services around the country to keep the community informed. No matter what the forecast fire rating, if you live in or are travelling to an area that could be threatened by fire, you need to have a bushfire plan in place, so you know what to do if a bushfire starts. Know your weather. Know your risk. Learn more: http://ow.ly/43DB50CyMzR
20.01.2022 Rosebery community - are you bushfire-ready? Come along for a free BBQ to meet your local brigade, get involved, and pick up tips for how to be bushfire prepare...d: - On: Sunday 11 October at 11am - At: Bottom carpark across from the Neighbourhood House
19.01.2022 Bit of snow about from Moina to past Learys Corner
19.01.2022 Fire agencies are completing fuel reduction burns on the west coast of Tassie starting today and tomorrow. This includes burns in the Rosebery and Zeehan areas... to protect critical assets in and around those townships. Smoke will be visible in those areas over the coming days. For more information on Tasmania's Fuel Reduction Program visit www.fire.tas.gov.au
16.01.2022 Planning to burn on your property this weekend? Make sure you follow these steps to ensure your burn is safe: Contact your local council for information on ...burning in your area Seek advice from, and register your burn with TFS by calling 1800 000 699 to avoid an unwanted visit from your local brigade Notify your neighbours Ensure you have an adequate water supply nearby Never leave fire unattended Call TFS on Triple Zero if you lose control of your burn For more information about removing fire hazards from your property safely visit www.fire.tas.gov.au
16.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) has declared a statewide fire permit period starting at 2am this Friday 4 December until the end of bushfire season. To obtain a fre...e permit contact your local brigade or call TFS on 1800 000 699 to make the arrangements. While the fire permit period is in place the following will apply: People intending to light a fire for burning vegetation or a similar purpose must obtain a permit. People intending to light a fire at a sawmill or factory for burning wood waste or other flammable material must obtain a permit. People intending to light a fire for cooking, warmth or disposal of garden waste do not require a permit provided that: o the fire is not lit in peat, humus, or marram grass o the fire is always attended by a responsible adult until it is extinguished. o all flammable material is removed down to bare earth at least three metres radius around the fire o it is less than one cubic metre in size NOTE: some Local Government authorities prohibit backyard burning in residential areas.
16.01.2022 Temporary Closure: Ocean Beach closed to all vehicles and all dogs until Friday 9 October The full length of Ocean Beach, from Macquarie Heads to Trial Harbou...r, is currently closed to vehicles and dogs until Friday 9 October. This includes all motorised vehicle types; all formal and informal access points; and all on-leash and off-leash dogs. Walkers continue to be welcome, with plenty of opportunities for spotting predatory birds, wildlife, and fish making the most of the whale carcasses. The Parks and Wildlife Service expects whale carcasses may continue to wash up on beaches throughout this area for some time. PWS apologises for any inconvenience. Discover Tasmania Visit Cradle Coast Cradle Coast NRM West Coast Council Marine Conservation Program Patrick Gee The Mercury
15.01.2022 Good morning. Advice just received from road maintenance crews re West Coast Roads: A light dusting of snow is present on Mount Arrowsmith at the moment (Satu...rday 26th Sept - 7.30am), but not sufficient to require road clearing. All other roads are clear of snow. Please drive with caution though. See more
13.01.2022 Today is International Day of Sign Languages. We’d like to take this opportunity to acknowledge Joyce, Stephen and the amazing community of Auslan interpreters who help us get messages to you when they’re needed the most.
13.01.2022 The fiancé of a man killed in a motorbike crash south of Bundaberg is pleading with drivers to take care on the road. Father-of-two, Adrian Sato, headed out on... what was meant to be a short afternoon ride in August, but never made it back home. "What broke me the most on Charlotte's birthday was you know, Mummy, why do we make wishes when we blow out candles because I keep wishing for Daddy to be home but he's not." - Partner, Tayla-Rose Hall. Report on 7NEWS Wide Bay at 6pm. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS
12.01.2022 Good morning all. Been pretty normal going with the brigade for the last month or so, but on Monday night Apex Deloraine presented us with a high quality therma...l imaging camera. This will be a very important bit of gear and used for a wide range of fires, but most importantly when we are called to house fires we can use it to search for trapped people in the smoke and detect high temp areas making it safer for our crews inside the fire. We are very grateful to get this sort of equipment and support from our community. Stay safe and remember to change your smoke alarm battery’s this weekend. See more
10.01.2022 If you're in the Rosebery area, please be aware that if weather conditions allow, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a fuel reduction burn n...ear Barker Creek from Saturday, 19 September. This is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities. The burn area is approximately 22 hectares and will take 1-2 days to complete. Smoke may be present in the area for a couple of days after the burn is complete. The public is asked to remain well out of the burn site while the burn is taking place and for the following days until safety checks have been made along tracks and trails. Please comply with directions from staff or any signs if you are in the area. While the fire intensity will be low, it will generate flames, smoke and ash. People with medical conditions are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke from the burn. Advice is available from the Department of Health and Asthma Australia websites: www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/publichealth/air/precautions https://asthma.org.au/about-asthma/triggers/bushfire-smoke. For air quality information visit: https://epa.tas.gov.au//real-time-air-quality-data-for-tas Further information about this burn is available by contacting the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service on (03) 6464 3008. A map of planned burns is available here: www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow
10.01.2022 Photo credit: Constable Bradford - Henty River looking out over the Southern Ocean.
08.01.2022 If you're in the Rosebery area, please be aware that if weather conditions allow, Sustainable Timber Tasmania will be conducting a fuel reduction burn at Watson... Creek from Saturday, 19 September. This is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities. The burn area is approximately 96 hectares and will take 1-2 days to complete. Smoke may be present in the area for a couple of days after the burn is complete. The public is asked to remain well out of the burn site while the burn is taking place and for the following days until safety checks have been made along tracks and trails. Please comply with directions from staff or any signs if you are in the area. While the fire intensity will be low, it will generate flames, smoke and ash. People with medical conditions are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke from the burn. Advice is available from the Department of Health and Asthma Australia websites: www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/publichealth/air/precautions https://asthma.org.au/about-asthma/triggers/bushfire-smoke. For air quality information visit: https://epa.tas.gov.au//real-time-air-quality-data-for-tas Further information about this burn is available by contacting Sustainable Timber Tasmania on (03) 6169 2800. A map of planned burns is available here: www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow
08.01.2022 The waratah wood chopping carnival will be On in 2021. IT will be covid safe , complying with WorkSafe Tasmania and we will be working closely with the Northwes...t Axemans association to bring you this event. A date will be announced in the Next week and we will be making this a very special day , celebrating Waratahs 150th year so stay tuned for some very exciting things. See more
08.01.2022 It’s not just people in cars who are victims of traffic trauma. Drive safely to protect every life along the road including pedestrians. @National Road Safety Week #NRSW2020 roadsafetyweek.com.au
08.01.2022 #ThrowbackThursday to this week 13 years ago, when Hobart's Myer store on Liverpool street caught fire Starting on an otherwise quiet Saturday afternoon, it qu...ickly developed into an inferno that was watched by stunned locals who gathered in the streets. Forever altering the cityscape, the demise of the flagship store left a gaping hole in the heart of Hobart for about eight years. : The Mercury
08.01.2022 Out of the ash of raging wildfires came this little orange furball who needed help.
05.01.2022 Firefighters risk their lives every day, but it is not often they are called out to help rescue injured bats. The MFS sky crane was called in and an expert was ...hoisted into a tree canopy after two were spotted as injured in the parklands. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS
05.01.2022 Today our team stepped up at Utas stadium well done everyone Thank you Launceston city council for letting us use the stadium. D.o. Ian Cawthorn S.O Adrian Gil...l for all your work and support Thank you to the members that came to help out with out you we couldn't have done it and friends and family for your support #mfsc20 it's not to late to donate Firefighterclimb.org.au See more
01.01.2022 It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of one of our long serving members. Kerry " swipes" Shearing. Kerry was a member of the Richmond brigade for ov...er 30 years and was always ready to help new members and give advice when needed. Kerry could always be found in the hottest part of the fire to extinguish it. His 4wd skills were legendary. He will sorely be missed this fire season. Both his sons are members of the brigade so his firefighting legacy will live on. The brigade wish to offer our condolences to Debbie, Anthony, Brady and their families. "She'll be right, see you Thursday!" R.I.P Swipes. Gone but not forgotten.
01.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service requests that landholders avoid lighting fires on their properties for at least the next 24 hours due to forecast severe weather condition...s. Fires in these windy conditions will be difficult to control. Fires that have been lit in the past fortnight should be patrolled as the wind increases, even if they are believed to be extinguished.
